Do you like your comedy off the cuff? If your response is, “Yes, and,” then there are a couple of improvisational comedy events coming down the line that will have you marking your calendar.
First up, Allen County Public Library will host an advanced beginner improv workshop at the Dupont Road branch from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, June 3.
The $25 workshop is geared toward people with some experience in acting or improv. It expands on beginner improvisation fundamentals to level up your comedy game.
Participants should wear comfortable clothes and bring water. Although geared toward advanced beginners, improvisers of all experience levels are welcome.
This is Class One of a three-part series and class size is limited.
For more information, go to thecomedynerd.square.site.
Later this year, The Humor Association will host Dad Days of Summer at Promenade Park from 5-8 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 11.
The event is free with the donation of school supplies which will go to students in need of supplies as they return to school.
“Dad Days of Summer is not just about laughter. It’s also an opportunity to support local students as they prepare for the upcoming school year,” president Regina Chiappazzi said.
The nonprofit Humor Association will be “servin’ up dad jokes hot off the grill in exchange for each donation.”
Cinema Center marks 20 years of Mean Girls
Celebrate 20 years of the iconic 2004 film Mean Girls at Cinema Center, May 31-June 8.
Pre-show trivia will be held Friday, May 31, and Saturday, June 1. Matinees showings will be on Saturday, June 1, Sunday, June 2, and Saturday, June 8.
For tickets, go to cinemacenter.org.
Historic neighborhood garage sales
On Saturday, June 1, multiple downtown neighborhoods will hold their annual garage sales.
Visit the beautiful historic neighborhoods of Oakdale, Southwood Park, Foster Park, and more, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. to find deals and take in breath-taking scenery.
Of course, drivers and pedestrians are reminded to use extra care due to increased traffic during these sales.
Wine & Beer Festival tickets on sale
Tickets for the 12th annual Junior Achievement Wine & Beer Festival tickets went on sale Friday, May 24.
There will be more than 35 vendors at Parkview Field on Friday, July 26, serving up samples of wine, craft beer, and gourmet experiences.
Along with the tastings, there will be a silent online auction and the raffle for the highly coveted bourbon Pappy Van Winkle.
General admission tickets are $40; premium tickets with early entry are $60. You can also nab $100 VIP tickets that give you early entry and access to the 400 Club where there will be food, live entertainment, and exclusive tastings. Tickets are at wineandbeerfestival.com.
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